North Vancouver, BC | Full-Time

Salary: $120,000 to $150,000 plus bonus, RRSP contributions and benefits

Build the Estimate. Shape the Strategy. Help Grow the Team.

Our client is a well-established, family-owned British Columbia construction organization with a long history of delivering complex marine, foundation and heavy civil projects.

As part of its continued growth, the company has launched a specialized foundations division focused on technically demanding piling, ground improvement and shoring work. The team combines the agility and influence of a growing business with the resources, equipment, expertise and long-term stability of an established contractor.

The company’s capabilities include

Large-diameter and DTH drilled piles

Screw piles Stone columns and ground improvement Timber compaction piling Sheet pile and cofferdam systems Combi-walls H-pile and lagging shoring systems

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead the pursuit of complex foundation, ground improvement, shoring and heavy civil projects.

This is not simply a position focused on quantities and pricing. You will have a meaningful voice in bid strategy, risk assessment, procurement and pre-construction planning. You will also help mentor junior estimators and strengthen the estimating capabilities of a growing specialty contractor.

As Senior Estimator, you will take ownership of full-cycle estimates for land piling, foundation and heavy civil projects. You will work closely with operations, project management, suppliers, subcontractors and senior leadership to develop accurate, competitive and executable proposals.

Your work will directly influence which projects the company pursues and how they are successfully delivered.

What You’ll Do

Lead estimates for complex lump-sum, negotiated and design-assist projects

Review drawings, specifications, geotechnical information and contract documents Develop detailed labour, equipment, material and subcontractor pricing Identify project risks, constructability concerns and value-engineering opportunities Prepare bid strategies, clarifications, qualifications and tender submissions Coordinate pricing with subcontractors, suppliers and internal project teams Support procurement, scheduling and pre-construction planning Participate in bid reviews, handover meetings and post-tender negotiations Maintain historical cost information and support continuous improvement of estimating systems Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior estimators

What You Bring

At least eight years of construction estimating experience

Experience in piling, foundations, ground improvement, shoring, marine construction or heavy civil projects Strong knowledge of construction methods, production rates, equipment and project risks Demonstrated success preparing lump-sum and negotiated bids Advanced Excel skills and experience with construction estimating software HeavyBid experience is considered an asset Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities The confidence to challenge assumptions and contribute to strategic bid decisions Clear communication and the ability to collaborate with technical and operational teams Previous experience mentoring or supporting developing estimators

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $120,000 to $150,000 per year, based on experience, qualifications and internal equity.

The total compensation package includes

Annual bonus eligibility

Company-paid RRSP contributions Comprehensive health and wellness benefits for you and your family Annual fitness and movement stipend Fourteen statutory holidays annually Leadership development, mentorship and professional training Monthly team events and a collaborative workplace Long-term career stability with an established, family-owned BC contractor

Why Join?

You will join a growing specialty foundations business backed by the experience, resources and reputation of a respected British Columbia contractor.

This is an opportunity to take on technically challenging work, influence major project pursuits and help shape the future of the estimating team.

Disclosure

This posting represents an active and genuine vacancy with one of 3 Step Recruitment’s clients and is not for speculative or pipeline recruitment.

3 Step Recruitment and/or our clients may, from time to time, use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of applications. These tools are not intended to replace human judgment or decision-making in the hiring process.